CBC/NCSS Notable Children's Book in Social Studies
Flora Stieglitz Straus Award
Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best
Capital Choices Noteworthy Books for Children's and Teens (DC)
Boston Globe/Horn Book Award
Norman A. Sugarman Children's Biography Award
ALA Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book
"So many unique yet universal aspects of the human experience are touched upon in this lovingly shared memoir.... Watching Bryan generously transform the bittersweet into beauty is watching the meaning of art."– Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"A fascinating nontraditional narrative that gives penetrating glimpses of the army experience." - BCCB, starred review
"Illuminating, disturbing, and ultimately triumphant, this account of WWII, as seen through the eyes of a soldier of color and an artist of extraordinary power, is a precious resource for readers of all ages." - Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A striking exhibition of a master artist and national treasure." - Shelf Awareness, starred review
"This unique book, at times both beautiful and sadly horrifying, deserves to be studied and savored." - School Library Journal, starred review
"A vivid, personal narrative. - Booklist, starred review